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The physical media we still treasure
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Pop Culture Happy Hour

The physical media we still treasure

The vinyl record, the CD, the DVD, the VHS tape — even the paper book has been the subject of debate and concern over its future. But we haven't given up our collections just yet. Today we're talking about the physical media we still treasure.

The physical media we still treasure

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Sunday

Saturday

'Wait Wait' for August 27, 2022: Live from Wolf Trap!

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'Wait Wait' for August 27, 2022: Live from Wolf Trap!

We're back in Washington, D.C. with Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton. She's one of the most beloved people in D.C. but can she answer three questions about DC Comics?

'Wait Wait' for August 27, 2022: Live from Wolf Trap!

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Wednesday

What makes a good race joke?

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What makes a good race joke?

When a comedian of color makes a joke, is it always about race, even if it's not about race? In part two of our comedians episodes, Code Switch talks to comedians Aparna Nancherla, Brian Bahe and Maz Jobrani about how and why race makes an appearance in their jokes.

What makes a good race joke?

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Tuesday

Best video games of 2022, so far

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Best video games of 2022, so far

This summer, NPR asked its staff and contributors: What are the best video games of 2022, so far? Join The Game, NPR's column on games and gaming culture, has the results in a sortable guide of recommendations. Today, we round up a few of those picks, from epic blockbusters to indie favorites that might just win your heart.

Best video games of 2022, so far

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Monday

Sunday

Sunday Puzzle: Double Down

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Sunday Puzzle: Double Down

NPR's Ayesha Rascoe plays the puzzle with listener Kate Simpson of Kensington, Maryland and puzzle master Will Shortz.

Sunday Puzzle: Double Down

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Saturday

'Wait Wait' for August 20, 2022: Roadtrip Edition!

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'Wait Wait' for August 20, 2022: Roadtrip Edition!

Peter and Bill are still tanning on the beach, so this week we bring you another collection of some of our favorite in-person guests.

'Wait Wait' for August 20, 2022: Roadtrip Edition!

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Friday

Wednesday

Three comedians share their thoughts on what makes a great joke about race

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Three comedians share their thoughts on what makes a great joke about race

What makes a great joke about race? In the first of two episodes, Code Switch talks to comedians Ziwe, Anjelah Johnson-Reyes and Joel Kim Booster about their favorite race joke they tell: What's its origin story? Why is it so funny? And what does it say about race in America?

Three comedians share their thoughts on what makes a great joke about race

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Tuesday

Sunday

Sunday Puzzle: This is how it begins...

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Sunday Puzzle: This is how it begins...

NPR's Ayesha Rascoe plays a special edition of the puzzle with Alt Latino's host Felix Contreras and puzzlemaster Will Shortz.

Sunday Puzzle: This is how it begins...

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Saturday

'Wait Wait' for August 13, 2022: Live from the Past!
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'Wait Wait' for August 13, 2022: Live from the Past!

It's summertime and the living is still sort of complicated. While we enjoy our summer break, we bring you a show filled with some of our favorite in-person guests!

'Wait Wait' for August 13, 2022: Live from the Past!

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Sunday

Sunday Puzzle: Cities of America!

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Sunday Puzzle: Cities of America!

NPR's Alina Selyukh plays the puzzle with listener Hannah Wilson of Chicago and puzzlemaster Will Shortz.

Sunday Puzzle: Cities of America!

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Saturday

'Wait Wait' for Aug. 6, 2022: With Not My Job guest Robin Thede
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'Wait Wait' for Aug. 6, 2022: With Not My Job guest Robin Thede

Robin Thede is the creator and star of HBO's A Black Lady Sketch Show, which is nominated for five Emmys this year. But, what does she know about Bob Ross' Joy of Painting, a white dude painting show?

'Wait Wait' for Aug. 6, 2022: With Not My Job guest Robin Thede

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